Morehead City, NC – Residents across Eastern North Carolina are urged to bundle up tonight as dangerously cold wind chills plunge into the single digits, creating hazardous conditions through early Sunday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City, very cold temperatures combined with strong winds will make it feel significantly colder than the actual air temperature late Saturday night into Sunday. Wind chill values are forecast to range from near zero to the lower teens, especially across coastal and inland communities.
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect for the Albemarle-Pamlico Peninsula and the Outer Banks through Sunday morning. The rest of Eastern North Carolina, including Craven, Carteret, Onslow, Lenoir, Pitt, Jones, and surrounding counties, is under a Cold Weather Advisory during the same time period.
Forecasters warn that prolonged exposure to these conditions can lead to frostbite or hypothermia, particularly for those without adequate shelter or protective clothing. Residents are encouraged to dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and limit time outdoors. Pet owners should also ensure animals are brought inside or provided with adequate warmth.
Despite the bitter cold tonight, there is some relief ahead. Meteorologists say a warming trend is expected to develop early next week, bringing temperatures closer to seasonal averages.
Until then, officials stress taking cold weather warnings seriously, especially for vulnerable populations such as the elderly, unhoused individuals, and those without reliable heating.
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